The 2003 Access XCL is the best yet - comparable to frames found in many $1,000+ bikes from the "big guys". A long list of improvements puts this frame far above the original Access design that Moutain Bike Action described as a "classic NORBA race ready design" only a few years ago. Now using radically butted aluminum tubing that shaves a half pound from the weight, the XCL also features beautifully sculpted & forged dropouts, a lightweight externally machined head tube, reinforcing head tube gusset, and lighter, thinner seat tube that now accepts a standard (and more comfortable) 27.2mm seatpost. We think you'll agree that the XCL represents the absolute pinnacle in value, without sacrificing performance.
Submitted by CGbiker - 5/29/2009 9:13:26 PM
Pros:
light and strong
Cons:
finding derailleur hanger for older models since supergo went under
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
mines the model before xcl deom 2000 and stoll going strong. over 100K miles on bike computer
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Greg - 4/11/2007 7:20:00 PM
Pros:
Lightweight and inexpensive.
Cons:
Decals on 2003 are pretty bland.
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
Excellent price ($129). Works great, excellent climber. No problems with durability and I wieght 210lbs.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Paco - 9/13/2005 3:47:45 PM
Pros:
Lightweight, price, handling
Cons:
paint chips easily, graphics look cheap
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
I've really enjoyed this frame. The fit is great, it's really lightweight. The handling has been superb. Overall I'm real pleased. The weak decals make it less appealing to would-be thieves.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by trae - 11/12/2004 5:25:43 PM
Pros:
great light and durable. mine is a 98
model with over 5000 miles on road and on the trails. my brother has a 2001 with the s bend seat and chainstays he got his for 99 dollars i paid 199 in 98
they are both excellent frames
Cons:
i have wore out xt and race face bottom brackets rear hubs and cranksets.
but thats not the fualt of the frame
Time Used:
More than 2 years
Comments:
if you want to build your own bike you cant beat this
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by Adam - 5/24/2004 11:25:34 AM
Pros:
Cheap. Light. Strong.
Cons:
There is no con with this frame, unless you need to impress your friends with brand names.
Time Used:
1 Year
Comments:
This frame has been xc raced, marathoned, jumped (not more than 3' drop), and all around abused, and it is still in great shape. I weigh 150 lbs, and am pretty easy on equipment, generally, but still, I ride consistantly twice a week, 10 to 20 miles at a time and the Access hangs right with my FS friends.
Rating:
Recommendation:
Yes I would recommend it to a friend
Submitted by keybrite - 7/22/2003 9:10:33 AM
Pros:
light, nice paint comes with seatpost.
Cons:
Flexy, crap decals.
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
Out of the box the frame is great, built up and on the trail it sucks period. When you can look down and see your chainring flex into the front derraileur rubbing like hell theres a problem. Maybe it's because I weigh 210lbs, or maybe it's because the frame is crap and anyone over 135 lbs needs to look futher. I took one ride on it and that's it cause I'll break the noodle. Now lets see if Supergo will warranty there goods.
Rating:
Recommendation:
No I would not recommend it to a friend
Submitted by mojorojo - 2/22/2003 9:35:53 AM
Pros:
lightweight, great geometry, flwaless welds, ridged and resonsive one trails, ridiculously inexpensive
Cons:
decals are kinda gay, and the paint job chips quickly.
Time Used:
3 Months
Comments:
I have been very inpressed with this frame. attracted by the price, aroused by the performance
